Impact Updates 07/2024
Impact Hub Zürich
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Dear Community,
Before many of us head off for a summer break, we'd like to share a few exciting highlights with you.?First of all, we are thrilled to announce the second edition of our?RiseUp Summit, where change-makers will again unite to empower female entrepreneurship in the Swiss startup ecosystem. Moreover, we’re very excited to reveal our new collaboration for?Impact & Food at Kraftwerk. And lastly, we are proud to host the?Zurich Music Week?again this August at Kraftwerk—right after the two-week?Kraftwerk summer break. Dive into all the details below!
???RiseUp Summit
We are thrilled to announce the second edition of the RiseUp Summit, organized by the Female Founders Initiative, a premier event where change-makers unite to empower female entrepreneurship and foster diversity in the Swiss startup ecosystem.
After the success of the first edition in October 2023, we are committed to bringing together even more bright minds under one roof. Expect an expanded lineup of speakers, a larger pool of participants, and enhanced networking opportunities throughout a day filled with inspiration, exchange, and collaboration.
During the day participants will be delighted with a program packed with candid panel discussions, insightful workshops and a pitch competition showcasing innovative and impactful startups covering topics such as business strategy, personal development, mental health, impact, sustainability and more!?Check out last year's event summary?here.
The RiseUp Summit is a celebration of collaboration and therefore we invite everyone interested in fostering a more diverse and inclusive startup ecosystem in Switzerland - whether you are an entrepreneur, aspiring founder, investor, student, male, female, non-binary, or of any other gender identity. We firmly believe that everyone’s contribution is crucial to advancing gender equality.?
Together we can shape the future of entrepreneurship, so save the date and join us on October 4 at Google Zurich, Europaalle to create a positive change in the Swiss startup ecosystem!?Stay tuned for updates on our speaker lineup and program. We will regularly update our LinkedIn, Instagram and website with the latest information. In the meantime, get your tickets here and hurry, as early bird tickets are available until July 31.
???Impact & Food
We are excited to announce a new collaboration with food expert Esther Kern and chef Marcel ?sterreich to elevate our Business Lunch offerings?this autumn. Esther Kern is a celebrated ambassador for vegetables and sustainable cuisine. She is a speaker, columnist, and workshop facilitator who brings plant-based trends to a broad audience.?This partnership will bring your food experience at Kraftwerk to a new level. Not only will you have the chance to taste first-hand new products, but enjoy this while knowing?that what you are eating is good for the planet too. Stay tuned for more updates and join us in savoring the new flavors at Kraftwerk!
?? Summer Break
Please note that Kraftwerk and Auer & Co. will be closed from July 22 to August 4. During this period, meeting rooms at Kraftwerk cannot be booked, but you can still book meeting rooms at Colab.
The coworking locations will remain open throughout the summer but with reduced hours. The Colab location will be accessible from July 22 to 31, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (as usual, you can stay longer). On August 1st?and 2nd, we will not be on-site, so please inform us in advance if you need access to Colab on those days, and we will provide you with a door code. Viadukt Bogen E will remain accessible 24/7 with the door code.
???Zurich Music Week
After the summer break, we will reopen our?Kraftwerk?doors for you on August 5, 2024 - and we're launching big!?The Zurich Music Week will take place at Kraftwerk from August 5 to August 11! With conferences, masterclasses, and off-events, the Zurich Music Week is an unique exchange platform in Switzerland for and with representatives of the electronic music scene.
???Swiss Location Award
In case you missed our last newsletter: we are?still buzzing with excitement?that?Kraftwerk Zürich?has once again been awarded the?Swiss Location Award for Outstanding!?We can't help but share the joy.?This year, we even surpassed last year's results and achieved an even higher ranking.?Plus, we are especially proud that our?Viadukt location?has also been recognized this time.?A thousand thanks to our loyal fans, guests, members, and co-workers!?
In this spirit, we wish you all a wonderful summer.
Your Impact Hub Zurich Team
?? EVENTS???
We look forward to welcoming you at one of our events across our three locations in Zürich. Discover our diverse range of events here.
?? IMPACT ??
?? Recap of the Patagonia Storytelling Lunch
The Storytelling Lunch on 14 June was a special event?focused on biodiversity, featuring the BiodivX research group. They use hi-tech equipment to collect environmental DNA in rainforests, aiming to protect species threatened by environmental destruction. The event included an engaging Q&A with Project leader Prof. Dr. Kirsty Deiner, a speech by NGO ProNatura on the upcoming Swiss biodiversity vote, and celebrated the one-year partnership between Patagonia and Impact Hub Zurich. We concluded with a lunch for our 60 guests, highlighting our Hub's success in creating a meeting place for those dedicated to protecting our planet.
You don't want to miss our next event with Patagonia? Join us for our next Patagonia Storytelling Breakfast on September 13th on activism.
?? OPPORTUNITIES???
???Climate & Circular Community Apéro
Join us on September 3rd for the Climate & Circular Community Apéro, where changemaker communities come together to chill, chat, and connect. This relaxed gathering is hosted by One Planet Lab, Impact Hub Zürich, and Circular Economy Switzerland, offering a chance to meet like-minded peers. Let's toast to our successes, share experiences, and collectively advance our efforts in climate and circularity action. Sign up now.?
???Join the Business Concept Course Fall 2024
Do you have a fresh and innovative startup idea? Would you like to take it to the next level? Or are you just curious to learn more about entrepreneurship hands-on? We provide you with the right tools to start your entrepreneurial journey! In partnership with STARTUP CAMPUS and Innosuisse, we invite you to join an inspiring learning experience: the Business Concept course - a 12-week course where you will everything from A-Z to start your business idea. Apply to join the next course by Sep 19th.?
?? Energy Lab Project Call #8
Attention all energy innovators in Switzerland - it's that time again: Call #8 for project ideas is now open for submission! Are you working on a project that has the potential to significantly boost the energy transition? Then submit your project now and win CHF 20,000 to take your project to the next level!
???REGENERATIVE SUMMER EXPERIENCE
The REGENERATIVE SUMMER EXPERIENCE will be a Live, Nurturing and Transformative collective learning experience. An invitation for us to evoke aliveness to our lives, reconnect with our true nature, reimagine our world and experience the joy of being, learning and creating together. More information and registration here.
?? JOBS ??
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